Just a bunch of reccs :) please beware of the TW for some novels! The novels in this list are mainly on the angsty side and some fluff. Contains both historical and modern day novels. Some novels in this list are completed while some are close to being completed OR i MTL’d them and thought they were good. ... more>>

PS; i actively try to avoid things that portray characters as ‘small and innocent and childish’ (they usually describe the shou like this) so this list may not have novels like that! <<less

(Updated: 11/23/23) BL novels make up a bottomless chasm that you can’t hope to get out of…... more>>

*No particular order; I don't like ranking*

**Part 2 of list is out**

My preferred taste is FLUFFY, but I also sport for the occasional angst & tearjerker novel. Modern stories are personally easier to digest. Historical or xianxia/cultivation stories are loaded with Chinese references & I can easily get lost. However, they can be very poetic & beautiful, which is why I bear the pain of treading carefully. Unlimited flow is a fun pastime at the cost of my brain cells.  <<less

I read sooo many novels but only a bit I can rate more than 4.5
So, this list consist the novels that I truly enjoy, definitely the stories with top notch plot and I love the characters. Or maybe an average plot but has its own uniqueness. Totally worthy my time to read them. Definitely with reread and recommend to anyone. ... more>>

Mostly consist of either one of them: mature leads, fantasy / action, slice of life, good world building

Not in specific rank.

Any recommendation is very WELCOME! <<less

No bs toxic love stories (unless it's literally too addictive but those will be noted) with illogical leads, inconsistent storylines, abusive MC's for no reason, no dumb leads, nothing overly cringy, no excessive dogblood or drama, nothing overly boring as well, no misogyny if I can help it etc. These are bg/bl books where the leads HAVE TO TREAT EACH OTHER WELL. Or at least change in that direction. That is the base line. Cliches and Opness are accepted here as long as they are enjoyable to read and are well executed. ... more>>

I have a tendency to like more mature love where the characters both have a LIFE and may like each other on the side-- most will be like that. A few will be sweet, very charming romances that make you feel respected / happy.

Pt. 1: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/16574/

Pt. 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/46662/

In no particular order. Will change/add as I go. Check occasionally for updates (this list might go slower tho)

Includes: bl, bg, fantasy, supernatural, rebirth, transmigration, second chances, fantasy, ROMANCE no shit, slice of life, business, entertainment, cultivation, modern day, enjoyable opness, ancient china, happy families (hopefully) and/or maybe s*x depends on the book lol etc. <<less

(Mostly) BL novels that I can't put down at all while reading. I can't ever be bored reading them. In no particular order, they're all... more>> novels I love. (All are HE. No BE in this household.) <<less

I love all of these novels and I hope many other people also would. Some are well known, some less, but all have their charm. There is a variety of genres so I have noted the main theme/trope since different people like different kinds. Some of these I have already read several times and some I might have not finished yet so I'll just put a note their entry is tentative if I am not sure.... more>>

I generally prefer healthier relationship so if you are a dogblood lover you might not find yourself in these. But I also can't guarantee all the ones here are healthy either...

Of course, as with any lists... it is subjective opinion. You don't have to like what others do. But if you find at least one you want to pick up, I'm glad to have helped. I'll keep this updated as I read more.

Non-BL - https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/77777/ (That's where ORV is, as much as I would love to put it here, ehe. Wholly recommend that novel.)

Other good novels that just barely didn't make it to this list (mix of genres): https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/49840/

Memorable Short Stories (mix) - https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/55139/ (some are also in this or other lists) <<less

2023 reading list [chronological] ... more>>

// spoilers <<less

CN novels where the MC has disabilities or sickly characters, or past trauma. Novels for MLs are in a different list. Contains spoiler. ... more>>

BG/BL. Not much world hopping or historical novels. 

Feel free to recommend any others :D <<less

Just stuff that's worth a shot, mixed genre.

Since I don't have any new space in my former BL list, here is the new one!! ... more>>

I'll add every new novel that I've recently found and judged as an amazing one~  (人*´∀｀)｡*ﾟ+

PS: I like almost every genre, so I guess everyone can find something for themselves here haha <<less

Collating and sharing titles I'm interested in for easy reference

This list contains all the bl novels I have read and or still reading.
The stories are not rank in order so some GEMS could still be found at the lower list.
Most of the novels are COMPLETELY translated or either ALMOST COMPLETE and can be mtled.... more>>

All novels are rank 4.0 and up in novelupdates.

Enjoy reading! <3 <<less

High Quality BL (slightly more serious) reads set in modern/futuristic setting--or perhaps jumps between time through transmigration.  I try to include both known and unknown novels to give more diversity to the reading list. ... more>>

Things to note if you all come at me:

1. I have not read all the novels on this list YET. All read novels are on part 1 with the according reviews. I made this list so I could have something visual to look at when looking for good quality novels to read. I judge "good quality novels" by seeming reviews and ratings or perhaps the book has an interesting premise you don’t usually find.

2.  I look for a capable MC and a subjectively respectful ML, but that doesn’t necessarily mean every book I put here fits that requirement. Once again, there is always exceptions (for example, a brat ML with character development). 

3. I don't like looking at the rating of the novel when there are barely any reviews. Thus, I look at the reviews (which have completed more than 1/2 of the novel). If the reviews (even scarce) like it, it has potential. Thus, FME indicates that a novel has been added regardless of NU rating.  

PS -->The higher the expectations for a novel, the higher the stars (purely subjective, don't take it too seriously). Hence, "***, **, *."

PSS --> Though not fluff, there will be some Feel Good (have more of a plot) novels here. <<less

Likable MC... more>>

Would read again list

No specific order

Won't make your head hurt

Logical <<less

Believe me dear.... more>>

By- a queer book addict. <<less

BG, BL, doesn't matter. It's based on the excitement and impression that is imprinted on me. ALL COMPLETED NOVELS (WELL QUALIFIED TRANSLATION). After finished reading every novel in this list, I had SEVERE WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME.... more>>

Now you know my taste. I will be grateful if you recommend novels like these  <<less

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List of my Read and To-Read novels categorized roughly as Modern Day (minus school life, showbiz)... more>>

Rating on a "relative" scale of my personal enjoyment (Not Objective)

4: Favorite. 3: Liked. 2: Ok. 1: Meh. 0: Didn't like/Didn't finish. N/a: To Read <<less

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Probably HE bc I don't read BE, I prioritize those where the character is not illogically healed in the end to "be more complete" because people... more>> with disabilities are already complete what makes a person complete is the end of capitalism not a leg or something <<less

books i have finished reading in 2023

If you have any more recommendations please leave them down below!

ONLY based on my own preferences~~~~~

WELCOME TO BL PIT PART 3 (≧▽≦)... more>>

Includes novels that are completed & ongoing (in no order)

Quick transmigration, modern, fantasy, military, gaming, apocalypse, dog blood, fluff, non-human, ABO, interstellar - EVERY genre can be found here!!

Other lists: reading log, dropped/ on-hold novels, The BL Pit, The BL Trenchp.s. these are only novels that i've read! feel free to drop me some great recommendations that arent on my list! yall will see a certain pattern LMAO i love black bellied gongs a LOT. will update this as i read <<less